As you know, children of all ages infiltrate the adoption system. However, it is no secret that infants are the most preferred children to adopt. Honestly, I get it. I really do. The idea is that you’re getting a child from the beginning of life where you’ll be able to experience all of their firsts …
Today’s Topic: HAVING A HEALTHY SUPPORT SYSTEM. It’s been said that it takes a village to raise a child. This is not only true for the child but also for the parent(s). When you adopt a child, you’ll need support from time to time. For me, my family and doctors are my support system. They …
One Vs. Many SINGLE OR MULTIPLE KIDS ??? This is a super important question that all prospective adoptive parents must consider. For me, I’m actually looking forward to multiples, which could quite possibly mean siblings! In fact, I prefer siblings. I specifically want two girls that are sisters. Most people want infants, my kids don’t have …
A Little Thing Called Weight…Except Mine Isn’t That Little.LOL. Hear Me Out. I’d be lying if I said this was an easy post to write- because it’s not. However, it’s a necessary post on a topic that can’t be ignored. Plainly stated, I’m overweight, and I take full responsibility for it. Yep, I’m a big …
My Steps to Adoption So, I began the adoption process in April or May of 2020. Below are the general steps I took to complete my adoption, which took about 7 or 8 months in total. Using the bullet points below, I am definitely summarizing my experience because I don’t want you to get discouraged …
The 4 Types of Adoption As I began my adoption journey, I learned very quickly that there were multiple ways I could adopt children. Let’s just say all routes aren’t created equally, Lol. Keep reading. The 4 Major types of adoption are: Adoption via Foster Care International Adoption Private Adoption Kinship Adoption You’re already a …